A report warns that legal data broking websites, which collect and sell personal information to businesses, have become a primary source for hackers seeking data to commit identity theft and fraud, potentially surpassing the dark web as a threat vector.

President Trump is calling for increased use of artificial intelligence across the US military and national security agencies. The headline frames this as an effort to advance AI capabilities while maintaining safeguards for Americans.

President Trump has signed a memo directing US national security agencies to work with multiple AI providers, following disputes between the Pentagon and Anthropic over the latter's prior status as the sole vendor approved for classified military applications.

Lenovo is positioning itself to compete with established AI leaders, using a World Cup event or competition as a testing ground for its AI capabilities and ambitions.

Security researchers have discovered that the Sound Blaster Katana V2X speaker can be remotely compromised over the air to infect connected devices, but the manufacturer does not classify this as a vulnerability.

A former cybersecurity executive has filed a lawsuit against IBM and its subsidiaries, alleging they suffered data breaches in the mid-2010s that IBM failed to disclose and actively concealed.

A cybersecurity company called Mythos reported earnings that initially boosted the sector, but investor sentiment proved mixed as traders looked for artificial intelligence-related growth rather than traditional security performance gains.

The article argues that artificial intelligence should be understood as a tool that transforms jobs rather than eliminates them, comparing it to an intern rather than industrial automation.

The US government has announced plans to accelerate the development and deployment of artificial intelligence systems for national security purposes.

The US government announces plans to accelerate the development and deployment of artificial intelligence technologies for national security purposes.

President Trump announced plans to meet with major AI company executives to discuss mechanisms for public investment or participation in AI industry growth, framing it as making the public a 'partner' in AI's economic success.

Anthropic has called for AI labs to pause development, citing concerns that rapid technological advances could enable AI systems to self-improve beyond human oversight and control.

Florida's lawsuit against OpenAI, brought by the Republican-led state government, highlights divisions within the GOP over AI regulation, with the state alleging OpenAI engaged in deceptive practices and data exploitation.

Meta is considering raising tens of billions of dollars through a stock offering to finance artificial intelligence infrastructure development, following a significant deal involving Google.

An analysis of AI's job market impact shows mixed effects: while AI may eliminate some positions, current evidence suggests widespread job losses have not yet materialised, and new roles are also emerging.

Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella advocates for treating AI agents as managed entities with identities, permissions, and audit trails similar to human employees, as companies grapple with managing multiple AI systems.

Internal documents obtained by The New York Times reveal how Meta, TikTok, and YouTube employ tactics including sending notifications during school hours and hiring paid teen ambassadors to increase user engagement among minors.

A technology industry leader argues that AI development requires safeguards and control mechanisms to prevent unintended consequences, using the metaphor of a brake pedal to describe the need for caution.

The Sonos Era 100 speaker is currently discounted to $189 (down $30) at major retailers, with refurbished models available for $134, featuring a one-year warranty.

The article examines Pope Francis's statements on artificial intelligence, particularly his concerns about labor impacts, appealing to left-leaning critics of AI development.

Anthropic has called for a pause in AI development due to concerns about future risks, though some experts question the company's intentions behind the proposal.

Wired reviews the Logitech G512 X 98 keyboard, which features swappable mechanical and analog switches but falls short of its ambition to combine the benefits of both input types effectively.

An article about a Japanese gravity-powered door mechanism, exploring how low-tech sustainability solutions can complement high-tech environmental initiatives.

Telegram founder Pavel Durov criticizes Russian internet censorship policies, arguing that restrictions marketed as 'digital sovereignty' actually benefit U.S. surveillance capabilities.

A robot performing a martial arts demonstration at a botanical garden in Xinjiang, China reportedly kicked a child during the performance.

The US Energy Department announced that an advanced small nuclear reactor at a national laboratory has achieved a significant technical milestone on its path to generating electricity within the next few years.

President Trump has expressed interest in having the US government acquire equity stakes in major AI companies and plans to discuss the partnership proposal with AI executives in the coming week.

Toyota plans to unveil a hydrogen-powered vehicle using superconducting technology at a 24-hour endurance race competition.

A small modular nuclear reactor developed by startup Antares has reached criticality in a test, though it is not yet operational for power generation.

Applications for TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200 competition close on June 8, with selected startups set to compete at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco.

The Trump administration and OpenAI are in discussions about a potential government stake in the AI company, with CEO Sam Altman having first proposed the idea to Trump officials in 2025.

SpaceX has signed a cloud computing agreement with Google, marking a commercial partnership between the two companies.

SpaceX has reportedly secured a deal with Google regarding AI compute resources, following an earlier partnership with Anthropic, in a development linked to SpaceX's anticipated IPO plans.

An advanced small modular nuclear reactor developed by Antares Nuclear under the Trump administration's Reactor Pilot Program has achieved criticality, marking a significant step toward expanding nuclear power capacity in the United States.

The Verge reports on Big Tech companies' promotional campaigns at developer conferences about AI's transformative potential, highlighting Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's vision for AI-integrated laptops while questioning whether consumers actually desire these products.

Electric ferries are being deployed across major cities globally, from San Francisco to Stockholm, signalling a shift towards sustainable maritime transportation technology.

Hyundai plans to deploy Boston Dynamics robot dogs at the 2026 FIFA World Cup as part of a major robotics initiative for the tournament.

Hitachi and Intel have announced a partnership to use AI technologies to improve and optimize semiconductor chip manufacturing processes.

The Fitbit Air is reviewed as a solid, minimalist fitness tracker that is hindered by an intrusive Google AI Health Coach feature that reviewers found unnecessary.

Google and SpaceX have announced a major compute services deal worth $920 million per month, timed just before SpaceX's planned IPO.

Meta is reportedly considering a significant equity raise to fund its artificial intelligence infrastructure investments, according to a Financial Times report.

Donald Trump indicates his administration is considering the possibility of the US government acquiring equity stakes in artificial intelligence companies.

New York State lawmakers passed a one-year moratorium on new large data centers, pending the governor's signature, to allow time for environmental and energy impact assessment.

A newly valued AI startup founded by Wall Street professionals has reached $2 billion valuation and aims to transform workplace dynamics and culture through artificial intelligence technology.

Lectric, a bootstrapped e-bike startup, has expanded by launching three new brands in six months while VC-backed competitors in the sector have faced bankruptcy. The company positions itself as offering market competition and consumer choice in the U.S. e-bike market.

Donald Trump has indicated that his administration is considering the possibility of the U.S. government taking financial stakes in artificial intelligence companies, though no specific details or timeline have been provided.

Meta is reportedly considering a significant equity raise to fund its artificial intelligence infrastructure investments, according to reporting by the Financial Times.

TechCrunch profiles emerging startups that prioritize in-person socialising and analogue experiences over digital engagement, positioning them as a countertrend to the AI-dominated funding landscape.

Supabase, an open-source company, has doubled its valuation to $10 billion in 8 months, with growth attributed partly to adoption of AI coding tools like Claude and Codex.

Google and the FBI have issued a joint warning about the Silent Ransom Group, a cybercriminal gang that impersonates IT support workers to gain physical access to law firms' offices for data theft via USB drives or remote access tools.